Senior Manufacturing Operations Specialist

Job Description At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us. Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS) has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Manufacturing Operations Specialist to support the Rapid Space Capabilities team in Albuquerque, NM! The Senior Manufacturing Operations Specialist supports daily production execution by partnering with the Program Manager to set priorities, track floor status, and drive schedule adherence. This role coordinates build kit release, work order closure, technician assignments, material readiness, and resource utilization across critical work centers, while resolving constraints in support of on-time manufacturing flow. The position also works closely with Operations, Quality, Manufacturing Engineering, procurement, and supporting sites to ensure work instructions, materials, and MRB actions are available to meet production requirements. Position Responsibilities: Work with Program manager on a daily basis to set priorities for floor operationsMaintain a real-time pulse of where all current production operations are physically and the completion status of eachCoordinate release of build kits and closure of work orders to ensure tasks are completed in a timely fashionLead daily status meetings, providing clear instruction to participants on tasks to be completed that dayWork with Operations personnel to ensure inventories of components and expendable materials are suitable to support productionMaintain a status of procurement actions to support the programCoordinate technician assignments in synch with skills and production demandsDeconflict utilization of bottleneck work cells, clean rooms, specialized benches, machinery, special test equipmentCoordinate with the Manufacturing Engineering team to ensure work instructions for builds and material review board actions are completed and available in a timely fashionCoordinate personnel and equipment resource requirements from other supporting sitesProvide recommendations to leadership team regarding how best to manage schedule requirementsMaintain a pulse on open Material Review Board actions including deferred decision material assets Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience): 3+ years using Microsoft tools (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint)3+ years leading or managing and using data to support business strategy3+ years of experience working with and/or interpreting engineering data or engineering drawings Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience): Bachelor’s Degree or higherExperience achieving planned business goals and objectives and improvement activities utilizing the Boeing Production System (BPS) or Lean Manufacturing principles and processes5+ years of experience working in a Manufacturing or production environment5+ years of experience working with and partnering with cross-functional teams on projects and initiatives3+ years of experience managing/supervising in Quality, Engineering, or Manufacturing supporting AS9100 Quality Management System (QMS) or industry regulatory compliance Conflict of Interest: Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process Drug Free Workplace: Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies. Travel: This position may require travel up to 25% of the time Shift: This role is primarily first shift; however, there may be additional shift requirements to support program objectives Total Rewards: At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements. Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. Summary pay range: $111,350 – $150,650 Applications for this position will be accepted until Nov. 20, 2026 Export Control Requirements: This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. 120.62 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee. Export Control Details: US based job, US Person required Relocation Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position. Security Clearance This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Top Secret/SCI Clearance Post-Start is required. This position requires ability to obtain program access, for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship only. Visa Sponsorship Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status. Shift This position is for 1st shift Equal Opportunity Employer: Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.